Facelifted 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class unveiled
- Sep 12, 2014
- Views : 4751
With just over 500 B-Class petrol models sold in 10 months since being launched in the Indian market, you wouldn’t say Mercedes-Benz has really got the long-distance luxury travel buzz going just yet.
Having said that, a diesel variant of such a travel focused up market vehicle was always going to be on the cards for obvious reasons. Looking to cater to the need of the hour, Mercedes-Benz has just launched its B-Class with a diesel motor at a price of Rs 22.6 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
The diesel motor doing duty under the hood of the B180 CDI Style is the same as the one powering the A-Class, C-Class and E-Class models. Featuring a state of tune similar to the A-Class hatch, the 2143cc in-line 4 cylinder oil burner produces 109PS of power and 250Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox that sends power to the front wheels.
The B-Class diesel has a 50 liter tank capacity and an impressive mileage of 18.98 Kmpl which provides great touring capabilities. It is available in four color options: Jupiter Red, Cirrus White, Polar Silver and the new Monolith Grey.
Commenting on the launch of the B-Class diesel, Eberhard Kern, Managing Director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “With the B-Class we have pioneered the Luxury Tourer segment in India and the launch of the B-Class diesel will further enhance the options for the new age customers who aspire to own a luxury brand like Mercedes-Benz."
With the launch of the B-Class diesel as its backdrop, Mercedes-Benz has also launched a special Luxury Touring Trails contest with Aditi Rao Hydari and Abhay Deol as its brand ambassadors. The contest requires participants to visit Mercedes-Benz showrooms and click pictures there and upload them on the website www.readyToB.in. One lucky winner will get to drive the B-Class diesel for an entire year and also go on a trip with the contest’s brand ambassadors to a destination of their choice.
The Mercedes Benz B-Class diesel has been introduced in a single variant only, and will therefore feature most luxury and safety features as we have seen on the top-end B-Class petrol model. It will however, miss out on kit like a dual sun-roof and will ride on smaller 16-inch alloy wheels. Interiors of the B-Class including leather upholstery, the COMAND interface and the array of safety features such as ABS, Collision Prevention Assist and seven airbags.
Facelifted 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class unveiled
Mercedes-Benz B-Class diesel to be launched today
Mercedes-Benz opens largest dealership in India
Mercedes-Benz B-Class Launched!
New Mercedes-Benz B-Class to launch on September 18
2013 Mercedes-Benz B-Class : Special Coverage
2 Hatchbacks And An Offroading SUV Make up The List Of Upcoming Cars...
2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift Teased In India For First Time, Check Out...
Upcoming Bike And Scooter Launches In India: May 2024
2024 Force Gurkha 5-door: Check Out Its 4 Colour Options In Our Image...
India's largest automotive community